Can you remember the last time you said something nice about yourself? What was it? Did it have to do with you — or your ability to care for others?

The last time someone called you beautiful, what did you say? How did it make you feel? Empowered? Insecure? Embarrassed?

What about your most recent accomplishment? I hope, before you went out for that celebratory drink, you stopped, looked in the mirror and said:

“Babe, you are incredible.”

Why don’t we celebrate ourselves? We’re so quick to tear ourselves down; why isn’t it just as easy to say yes to an experience that rebuilds our trampled-on spirits?

Yes, in our endlessly selfless minds, women can’t justify taking the time and money for something that doesn’t benefit others. But I don’t buy it. I don’t think that’s the real reason. You know what I think?

There is nothing more courageous than deciding that you deserve a beautiful moment.

The idea of stepping into a space where we have to say and believe good things about ourselves can be absolutely terrifying. But it’s also incredibly important. And once the moment has passed, you wonder why it was so terrifying in the first place.

How It Started

SchlickArt Studios in Santa Clarita started with the simple idea that a camera lens evokes the empowering, authentic beauty that shines through every woman. More importantly, they realized video and photography for women have the power to show us our worth. For Brian and Lindsay, SchlickArt is about seeing yourself as the world already sees you — beautiful inside and out — while capturing the story of who you truly are.

But of course, it’s not a celebration without a little champagne and chocolate. The day of pampering starts out with touches of luxury, including a full hair and makeup session, tailored to your unique look. With three wardrobe changes, SchlickArt captures the many sides of you, from glammed up goddess and boudoir to a family portrait or professional full-length portrait session. The options are boundless and unique every time — just like you.

Once you’re feeling relaxed, beautiful and confident, sit down with Lindsay and Brian for a video interview. Here, the floor is yours. The Schlicks will ask questions that encourage you to talk about your “why?” — the reason you do all you do. You’ll capture lessons, insights, humor and more, but most importantly, you’ll discover things about yourself along the way. You’ll learn what you lo

ve about yourself, what makes you proud on a daily basis, and the scope of your strength and power.

Along with the video interview, the Signature SchlickArt Experience includes a complete photo shoot in all four outfits, complete with easy-to-follow posing instruction that takes all the stress out of looking absolutely stunning. And at the end of the day, when you leave SchlickArt Studios, the only thing that matters is that you feel incredible.

When you come back for your big reveal, you’ll receive a video that tells the story of your strength and beauty, as well as a full set of professional photographs.

Why is it important?

A photography-video experience like this would be wonderful for any woman, but you may be wondering why you deserve it. Why is it so important to try this? Well, if no one ever showed you exactly how beautiful you are, why would you believe it? If no one ever asked you to describe wonderful things about yourself, how would you know the answers?

Unless you were asked to be courageous enough to celebrate the story of your life, would you ever?

About SchlickArt

SchlickArt, a boutique photo and video studio in Santa Clarita that produces Santa Clarita video and photography for women, started in March 2012 with the simple idea that empowerment creates a kind of beauty and authenticity that shines through every camera lens. Built on a philosophy — rather than a product, service or person — SchlickArt has rapidly evolved, meeting business photo and business video needs as diverse as the community we capture. It’s the desire to take care of you, the client, that drives us at SchlickArt.

About Lindsay’s Photography for Women

With the mind of a businesswoman and the heart of an adventurer, Lindsay began to conceive of a different kind of Santa Clarita photography business. In her vision, stepping in front of the camera could be an empowering experience that gave her clients more than just a photograph — it would give people a new way of seeing themselves. With an eye for seeing the beauty in life and in others, Lindsay could use the camera to spread beauty.

About Brian’s Santa Clarita Video

Starting as an onboard Princess Cruises videographer, Brian quickly climbed the ladder at the company’s headquarters in Santa Clarita. Over the course of 13 years, he moved from video editor for onboard content to supervise Princess’ onboard video teams, managing 17 total ships. The vast exposure to crafting all different kinds of video content allowed Brian to hone his ability to tell stories through compelling, engaging visuals. Today Brian shoots Santa Clarita video for small businesses, as well as the Signature SchlickArt Experience.

About the Author

Kirsten Quinn

A multimedia journalist and editor, Kirsten Quinn has been working in news media for six years, concentrating on coverage of the Santa Clarita Valley. She maintains a passion for quality content, whether she is producing web or print stories, video, social media content or marketing materials. Kirsten currently works as multimedia journalist for KHTS AM-1220 while also running WordSmith, a content marketing side business that serves the Santa Clarita Valley and beyond. In any role, Kirsten strives to create synergy in the workplace, meaning on the page/screen, and connection in a world of fast-paced, ever-evolving communication.

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Meet Brian Schlick

With an eye for stunningly crisp visuals and a knack for piecing together compelling stories, Brian Schlick adds vision to narrative, and laughter to the everyday.

A NorCal boy with a love of beer, video and his wife, Brian Schlick finds fun and humor in every situation — even if he has to create it himself.

Before the Silicon Valley knew it was the Silicon Valley, it’s claim to fame was Brian Schlick, a sarcastic kid with a secret goofy side, or so he thought. Growing up, he loved the Giants and the Niners, chose potato chips over chocolate, and never minded his allergy to kiwis. Being raised by fun-loving parents taught Brian a deep-rooted sense of adventure, and soon he set out to see the world. California State University, Sacramento, was his first stop, where he earned a communications degree in digital video and set the stage for his career.

When he took a job as an onboard Princess Cruises videographer, one blonde with an accent quickly figured him out. No one else dared to call out Brian’s habit of sticking out his tongue when he concentrated on a shot — but Lindsay sure did. As the ship crew spent late nights enjoying drinks and camaraderie, Brian was getting closer to finding a wife who liked to laugh as much as Brian liked to provide sarcastic commentary under his breath. For 18 months, Brian and Lindsay saw each each for hours or days at a time as they juggled separate ship assignments, and after six weeks of uninterrupted time together in the summer of 2006, Brian knew it was Lindsay.

During that time, a chain of promotions had called Brian to Santa Clarita, where Princess Cruises is headquartered. He started as a video editor for onboard content and, over the course of 13 years, climbed the ladder to supervise Princess’ onboard video teams, managing 17 total ships. The vast exposure to crafting all different kinds of video content allowed Brian to hone his ability to tell stories through compelling, engaging visuals.

Today, Brian’s secret goofy side is no longer secret. As Brian and Lindsay build their life and business together, his steady support as a husband is only matched by his ability to craft ridiculous lyrics to songs nobody knew. His signature funny voices often lead to dancing in the kitchen, and the two are quite obviously a perfect match. Whether they are chasing Brian’s love of craft beer — not just IPAs, but all of it — with trips to picturesque breweries, or watching gangster films and all things Quentin Tarantino, you can be sure that you’ll never find Brian with a Bud Light in his hand.

Meet Lindsay Schlick

From her romantic, natural-light style of portraiture to the way she seeks good food, good people and meaningful experiences at every turn, Lindsay is in love with the beauty of a life lived well.

A Northern English lass who grew into a world-travelling creative, Lindsay Schlick sees the everyday beauty of life and love — and she’s determined to help you see it, too.

As a kid, Lindsay grew up in the Ribble Valley, Lancashire, and quickly became the creative soul among a family of accountants. By age 15, she knew she wanted to pursue photography, and she chose her first big adventure: photography school. Lindsay’s insatiable love for learning ensured she would get the most from her education and continue to grow with each client, and each new experience.

By the time she landed a job as a photographer aboard Princess Cruises, her next big adventure found her: videographer and sarcastic softie Brian Schlick. The photographer-videographer duo met in Ketchikan, Alaska, and tied the knot on the open sea in Mexico. They didn’t know it then, as they sipped gin and craft beer from coast to coast, but the beginning of SchlickArt was slowly making its way into Lindsay’s heart.
With the mind of a businesswoman and the heart of an adventurer, Lindsay began to conceive a different kind of photography business. In her vision, stepping in front of the camera could be an empowering experience that gave her clients more than just a photograph — it would give people a new way of seeing themselves. With an eye for seeing the beauty in life and in others, Lindsay could use the camera to spread beauty.

Today, you can find Lindsay in her studio, laughing at everything — even when it’s not funny or completely inappropriate. Warding off stale smiles with her surprising brand of silliness, not even Lindsay knows what she’s going to say next. After the last photo is edited, Lindsay spends her evenings “researching” gin on their balcony, among a wicked succulent garden and a Santa Clarita sunset that never fails. On the weekends, you can find her supporting local charities and educating Americans about the difference between true Shepherd’s Pies and their beef-based imposters. And at the end of every day, Lindsay is just a woman of simple pleasures, genuine connections, adventures near and far, and the drive to make a difference in the lives of real, regular people.